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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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